Media release from the City of Rome, GA: The Rome-Floyd ECO Center is proud to announce the unveiling of ten new signs in the Wetlands Demonstration Area, a key feature of the center’s educational programming. These signs highlight the unique characteristics and ecological significance of the local wetland habitat, offering visitors an in-depth look at…… read more »
Media release from Georgia Lottery: A Georgia Lottery player purchased a lucky $10,000 winning Mega Millions ticket in Rome for the drawing held on Dec. 3, 2024. The next Mega Millions drawing is set for Friday, Dec. 6, with an estimated jackpot of $579 million — the 10th largest in the game’s history. The winning…… read more »
Media release from Georgia Northwestern Technical College: More than 300 students from Georgia Northwestern Technical College’s (GNTC) nine-county service area will exit the Dalton Convention Center on Thursday, Dec. 12, armed with the education and technical training needed to kick-start their careers. The 2024 Fall Commencement Ceremony will begin at 6 p.m. After students, administrators…… read more »
The Rome Little Theatre will present “Mary Poppins” over the next couple of weekends at the DeSoto Theatre, 530 Broad Street in downtown Rome. Show times are set for 7:30 pm on Fridays and Saturdays and 2:30 pm on Saturdays and Sundays. Maegan Williams, who plays the title role, says that this musical based on…… read more »
The Historic DeSoto Theatre Foundation invites the community to Holiday Hangout at the DeSoto, slated for the evening of Friday, December 20th from 6 pm to 9 pm at the historic DeSoto Theatre. Leanne Cook, President of the HDTF Board of Directors, says that there will be live music from a local band and fun.…… read more »
Banty Jones Park, located at 212 East 13th Street in Rome, will be closed for improvements beginning December 9th through project completion, according to the City’s Community Development Department, which adds that this is to ensure the safety and well-being of the community. The basketball court will remain open and accessible from Maple Avenue.… read more »
Media release from the American Red Cross of Georgia: As holiday celebrations continue into December, the American Red Cross encourages donors to keep the blood supply top of mind by giving blood or platelets this month. Type O negative blood donors and those giving platelets are especially urged to give now to help ensure patients can…… read more »
Media release from Darlington School: Darlington School will officially welcome the holidays with the 41st Annual Service of Lessons & Carols on Sunday, Dec. 15, at 7 p.m. in Morris Chapel. This free event is open to the public and sponsored by the Darlington “Y” Cabinet, and will be led primarily by members of the student body. The…… read more »
Media release from the Georgia’s Rome Welcome Center and Gift Shop: The Georgia’s Rome Welcome Center and Gift Shop is excited to announce the return of the 13th Annual Georgia’s Rome Winter Art Market at the Rome Civic Center, taking place on December 7-8, 2024. The market will be open from 10 a.m. to 4…… read more »
Media release from Georgia State Parks and Historic Sites: All across the country, people can welcome 2025 with an inspirational “First Day Hike” on New Year’s Day. Georgia’s State Park and Historic Site rangers are offering more than 70 guided adventures where participants can connect with friends, family and the great outdoors. Visitors can choose from a…… read more »